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Community Development and Revitalization
Intergovernmental and Community Relations
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"We work to rebuild communities, to put Texans back
in their homes, and to help businesses recover
after the trauma of disaster."
George P. Bush, Commissioner
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Monday, August 24, 2020
HARRIS COUNTY NEWSLETTER HIGHLIGHTS:
· PRESS RELEASE: GLO reopens applications for Homeowner Assistance Program for City of Houston
· Applications for the Homeowner Assistance Program in Harris County Now Open
· HOMEOWNER HIGHLIGHTS: Lloyd Nelms and Bertia Watson
· Further Assistance
· Mitigation Applications
· Mitigation Webinar Series
· Disaster Recovery Resources
GLO reopens applications for Homeowner Assistance Program for City of Houston
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AUSTIN - Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) has reopened applications for the Homeowner Assistance Program in the City of Houston. The reopening comes after the Texas Supreme Court granted the GLO's motion for temporary relief in the City of Houston's ongoing lawsuit to prevent the GLO from rebuilding homes within the city limits. The decision also allows the GLO to move forward with sending Action Plan Amendment 7 to the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for approval.
"Houston homeowners affected by Hurricane Harvey who are still in need of assistance to repair or rebuild their homes are encouraged to apply," said Commissioner Bush. "The GLO is providing repairs and reconstruction for homes to be more resilient against natural disasters, including elevating homes above flood level. Our focus is to spread the word to Houstonians in need: Help is here to repair homes and rebuild lives."
Applicants who requested assistance from the City of Houston's Homeowners Assistance Program (HoAP) and have not been contacted directly by the GLO will continue working with the City of Houston. These applicants should request updates on the status of their case from the City of Houston's Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD).
Houston homeowners with a remaining Hurricane Harvey Housing need who have not applied to the City of Houston may apply to the GLO's Homeowner Assistance Program for City of Houston. Applications can be submitted online, by email at houston.glo@recovery.texas.gov, or by mail to Homeowner Assistance Program, 2100 Space Park Drive, Suite 104, Houston, TX 77058. To download an application and complete it manually, click here. Applicants may also call (346) 222-4686 or (866) 317-1998 (toll free) and a regional office team member will assist with the application process.
Downloadable applications are available on the website in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, and Urdu. A list of required documentation is available in English and Spanish. Language assistance is available by request at (512) 463-5139.
The GLO has Regional Homeowner Assistance Program offices, which are open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. by appointment ONLY. The locations are:
- Northwest Center - 13101 Northwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77040
- Southeast Center - 12541 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77034
- Southwest Center - 6464 Savoy Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Northeast Center - 9802 Homestead Rd, Houston, TX 77016
- North-Northeast Center - 1603 Lakeville Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339 (Coming soon)
For more information on the Homeowner Assistance Program for City of Houston, please visit recovery.texas.gov/hap/houston.
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News media contact:
Brittany Eck
Director of Communications, Community Development & Revitalization
Texas General Land Office George P. Bush, Commissioner
(512) 463-5708 direct
(512) 963-7800 Cell
Brittany.Eck@GLO.Texas.gov
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Applications for the Homeowner Assistance Program in Harris County Now Open
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HOMEOWNER HIGHLIGHTS: Lloyd Nelms and Bertia Watson
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The GLO is excited to announce the first home rebuilt by the state-run GLO Homeowner Assistance Program in the City of Houston. Lloyd Nelms received the keys to his brand new home in May. The GLO was glad to step in and help Mr. Nelms move forward in his recovery process.
“Everybody that needs help, please apply to the GLO program. They are efficient, effective, competent, and know what they are doing,” said Mr. Nelms at his key handoff ceremony.
Be sure to click on the video above or here to see Mr. Nelms’ beautiful new home!
https://twitter.com/txglo/status/1262499952812601347
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 We were also proud to hand over the keys to Harris County resident, Bertia Watson, and help her move into her new home rebuilt by the GLO.
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Further Assistance
The GLO is committed to helping Harris County homeowners get the assistance they need in their recovery from Hurricane Harvey and are eager to answer your questions. For further assistance from one of our team members, applicants are welcome to call (346) 222-4686 or (866) 317-1998 (toll free).
In addition, please schedule an appointment with one of our Regional Homeowner Assistance Program offices if you require more assistance. Our offices are open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 am-5:30pm at one of the below locations:
Northwest Center - 13101 Northwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77040
Southeast Center - 12541 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77034
Southwest Center - 6464 Savoy Drive, Houston, TX 77036
Northeast Center - 9802 Homestead Rd, Houston, TX 77016
North-Northeast Center - 1603 Lakeville Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339 (Coming soon)
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Mitigation Applications
The GLO has opened applications for the first round of more than $2.3 billion for mitigation projects to help Texas communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey. These funds, allocated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, are being administered by the GLO as part of the Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) program. In addition, state mitigation funding competitions for the 2015 and 2016 floods are open.
Below is a breakdown of the competitions:
2015 Flood Competition- $46 million
-These competitions are open to cities, counties, Indian tribes, and councils of governments (COGs).
-Eligible projects include flood control and drainage improvements, infrastructure improvements, green infrastructure, and buyouts
-Each proposed project must have total proposed cost between $3 million-$10 million
-Each eligible applicant can submit up to 2 applications
2016 Competition- $147 million
-These competitions are open to cities, counties, Indian tribes, and councils of governments (COGs).
-Eligible projects include flood control and drainage improvements, infrastructure improvements, green infrastructure, and buyouts
-Each proposed project must have total proposed cost between $3 million-$10 million
-Each eligible applicant can submit up to 2 applications
Hurricane Harvey State Mitigation Competition Round One- $1.072B
-These competitions are open to cities, counties, Indian Tribes, COGs, state agencies, and special purpose districts
- Eligible projects include flood control and drainage improvements, infrastructure improvements, green infrastructure, and buyouts
-Each applicant may submit a total of 3 individual applications and 3 joint applications
-Minimum application is $3 million and the maximum is $100 million
Applications and more information on the competitions are available at www.recovery.texas.gov/mitigation. Applications are due October 28,2020 at 5:00 pm.
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Mitigation Webinar Series |
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Department of Homeland Security
Disaster Preparedness
Ready.gov
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DISASTER RECOVERY RESOURCES: |
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